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Vincent Kompany

Vincent Jean Mpoy Kompany is a Belgian football manager and former professional player, known primarily as a centre-back.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vincent Jean Mpoy Kompany is a Belgian football manager and former professional player, known primarily as a centre-back. He is the head coach of Bayern Munich and previously captained Manchester City and the Belgium national team.

Early life and club career

Kompany was born in Uccle, Belgium, and developed at Anderlecht before moving on to Hamburger SV and later Manchester City. He played most prominently for Manchester City, where he spent eleven seasons and served as captain for eight of them. He began his professional career at Anderlecht, the club where he later returned as a player-manager.

International career

He was a long-serving Belgium international, earning 89 caps and scoring four goals according to the provided sources. He also served as captain of the national team during his career.

Managerial career

After his playing career, Kompany moved into management and became head coach of Bayern Munich in July 2024. He had previously worked in coaching roles after leaving Manchester City and Anderlecht.

Honours and reputation

Kompany won multiple domestic titles with Manchester City, including four Premier League championships. He is frequently described as one of the leading centre-backs of the Premier League era.

Key facts

  • He played most prominently for Manchester City, where he spent eleven seasons and served as captain for eight of them.
  • He represented Belgium internationally for 15 years and also captained the national team.
  • He began his professional career at Anderlecht, the club where he later returned as a player-manager.
  • He joined Bayern Munich as head coach in July 2024.
  • He won four Premier League titles with Manchester City and was widely regarded as one of the top centre-backs of his era.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Vincent Kompany?
Vincent Kompany is a Belgian football manager and former professional centre-back, currently head coach of Bayern Munich.
Which clubs did Vincent Kompany play for?
He played for Anderlecht, Hamburger SV, Manchester City, and later returned to Anderlecht near the end of his playing career.
What position did Vincent Kompany play?
He played mainly as a centre-back.
How long did he play for Belgium?
He represented Belgium for 15 years and made 89 international appearances.
What is Vincent Kompany known for at Manchester City?
He is best known for his eleven seasons at Manchester City, where he captained the club for eight seasons.
When did Vincent Kompany become Bayern Munich head coach?
According to the provided sources, he became head coach of Bayern Munich in July 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Kompany
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth, playing position, club and international career overview, and current managerial role.
  2. FC Bayern Munich — https://fcbayern.com/en/teams/first-team/coaches-and-staff/vincent-kompany
    Supports: Appointment as Bayern Munich head coach in July 2024 and biographical background.
  3. Premier League — https://www.premierleague.com/en/players/17476/vincent-kompany/overview
    Supports: Nationality, date of birth, and Manchester City playing statistics.
  4. Manchester City — https://www.mancity.com/mancitylegends/kompany-vincent
    Supports: Full name, Manchester City tenure, appearances, goals, Belgium caps, and post-City career notes.
  5. National Football Museum — https://nationalfootballmuseum.com/halloffame/vincent-kompany/
    Supports: Career reputation, Manchester City honours, and recognition as a major Premier League defender.